There’s a new newspaper in Arizona. It’s an unreadable, error-filled, miserable mishmash of Periódico de la República de Arizona (Arizona Republic) leftwing spew stirred into the larger Gannett/USA Today cauldron of hyperbolic alarmism, innuendo and downright lies. The honchos at the daily even acknowledge its glitch-filled, embarrassing week old configuration with, “The new Republic: You called, we’re listening,” where they promise new tweaks. But no alignments or tweaks will save the ailing newspaper now under the protective custody of its parent.

Days ago the contrivance, passing itself off as a news source, ran a story citing a United Nations report, “No hiding from climate change,” detailing that every corner of the globe is affected by climate change. In its previous incarnation climate change was known as global warming —- until global cooling hit.

Climate Change Reconsidered demonstrates that its the evidence that the IPCC tries to marshal in favor of its catastrophic, human caused, global warming hypothesis that is false, falsifying the hypothesis.

As you might have guessed, this is political science, not actual science.

The traditional Biblical morality epic has been turned on its ear, with fanciful dramatic fabrications by director and co-writer Darren Aronofsky, an admitted atheist. The concept of sin has been transformed into destruction of the environment and animals. Further, Noah and his family are unrecognizable as the righteous beings chosen by God, as portrayed in the Biblical account.

Those who read the local news might wonder what they’re doing here in Arizona. Monday’s Page One headline tells us “Trauma common for kids in Ariz.” And the answer? According to the state‘s newspaper of record, “Several Arizona leaders say the data are the latest alarm bell indicating that the state should focus more resources on child welfare.”

“Resources” are your tax dollars that educrats never have in sufficient enough supply.

The report is based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Kaiser Permanente, which looked at “adverse childhood experiences” nationwide. Results found 31.1 percent — nearly one-third — of Arizona children have dealt with two or more adverse childhood experiences, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.6 percent.

In the same edition, the Business section headlines a report on another study — the results of which conclude, ”Arizona is mediocre at luring corporate facilities.”

Other headlines in the newspaper?

“Arizona: Where mediocre education is good enough.”

“The Arizona Department of Transportation recently launched a study which indicates that 52 percent of Arizona’s roads are in poor or mediocre condition.

Student journalists at ASU’s Cronkite News have caught on to the tactic and report “Arizona city parks receive mediocre scores in study.”

No doubt it’s merely coincidental that the Leftwing Arizona Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) which claims to “stand up to powerful interests,” uses the same terminology, declaring, “Arizona receives mediocre grade for enforcement of job-creation measures in subsidy programs.”

Though there are numerous such headlines testifying to Arizona’s abyssmal mediocrity, we provide this small but convincing sample which appears to indicate the lefties want the state to themselves.

A deadly wildfire spreading over 2,000 acres of Yavapai County has taken the lives of 19 members of an elite local firefighter crew battling the Yarnell Hill Fire. The horrific tragedy took hold amid triple digit temperatures and raging winds.

Hundreds of residents in the area southwest of Prescott, AZ have reportedly been forced from their homes. The area is about 85 miles northwest of Phoenix.

This lightning sparked tragedy was the biggest loss of firefighter life since 340 fire personnel died at the World Trade Center, and marks the worst in a wildfire blaze since 1933, when 29 were killed in Los Angeles.

NBC News has more on the team of firefighters known as the Granite Mountain Hotshots. We are awaiting a listing of their names.

GraniteMountain Hotshots – Fallen Firefighters

The City of Prescott is mourning the loss of the 19 heroes of the Granite Mountain Hotshots who gave their lives yesterday fighting the Yarnell Fire.

The City of Prescott is first and foremost committed to assisting those who have been impacted by this tragedy and tending to their needs. The City asks that the families and others in mourning must be afforded the space they need to begin the healing process.

Arizona’s U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva is the open borders radical who irrationally called for a boycott of our state after the passage of SB 1070 – ultimately harming many Hispanics in the hospitality industry. He’sbeen unfailingly mute on the Fast and Furious gun-smuggling scandal, even though the murder of Border Patrol agent Brian Terry occurred in his district.

Now this committed socialist, who refers to himself as a “progressive,” is being promoted — via petition — for Secretary of Interior, as Obama reshuffles his cabinet. It’s a position Grijalva has coveted since Obama’s first term when he was thwarted in his quest by Ken Salazar in 2009.

Salazar has vehemently opposed developing oil shale on public lands, although the fuel is cleaner than coal, and would markedly reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil. This would undoubtedly be the identical position of Grijalva.

Office of Personnel Management director John Berry is rumored to be in first place for the post. You might want to acquaint yourself with Berry.

As CD 3 Congressman, Grijalva sponsored legislation (H.R. 6609) that would have designated the Tumacacori Highlands, a rugged expanse just north of the Arizona/Mexican border, a wilderness area. The proposal was widely scorned since its actual intent was to hamstring the Border Patrol — a law enforcement organization he obviously cares little about. Like many of his efforts, the Tumacacori Highlands Wilderness Act attracted not a single co-sponsor, and no support.

They say you can tell a lot about a politician by his endorsers. To get a flavor of Raul Grijalva, check out his pals. Gateway Pundit outs socialist Grijalva here.

And the Periódico de la República de Arizona’s leftist bellwether Linda Valdez? As might be imagined, she is in all her glory, writing Arizona could wind up with another “hometown kid” in the Obama Cabinet “if a coalition of 238 environmental groups have their way.”

Arizona has been home to two previous interior secretaries. Stewart Udall held the post from 1961 to 1969, and Bruce Babbitt served from 1993 to January 2001. Both men were Democrats.

The Sonoran Institute Board of Directors has announced Baier’s appointment as the group’s new chief executive officer. She takes the reins as CEO of the broken-world repairers effective December 3, 2012.

Baier has served as Arizona State Land Commissioner since 2009. Prior to that she was a short-term Phoenix City Councilwoman. Most notable, however was her inclusion on the notorious list of RINOs who signed on as Republicans for Janet — Arizona’s liberal former governor, now Obama’s chieftain of Homeland Insecurity.

Baier was personally hand picked and endorsed for the District 3 city council post by liberal former Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon. As the sister of then-Fire Chief Bob Khan, she was well positioned to vote for pay increases for her own brother and his union.

The Sonoran Institute’s website says it is dedicated to “inspiring and enabling community decisions and public policies that respect the land and people of western North America.” Climate Change is a front burner issue.

You might think a group this far up Al Gore’s alley would be looking for someone of the same political persuasion, rather than a Republican who went to the trouble to become a GOP Precinct Committeeman.

Today we take pleasure in introducing those of you who haven’t yet visited the Heritage Foundation website, to view the vast trove of information it contains.

Take time to read The Second Coming of Cap and Trade? by Diane Katz, writing for Heritage’s The Foundry blog. Katz provides vital facts regarding Barack Obama’s costly and restrictive environmental regulatory agenda — an additional disaster to impact American business and consumers.

Knowledge is power. When it comes to Obama and his administration’s deceptive policies, it’s more important than ever to stay informed. There are only 57 days until the November 6, 2012 election.